Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Tampa public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
4 issues in parks rec
Equal Justice Initiative Riverwalk marker protection
The CRA is exploring ways to honor the late civil rights leader Dr. Bernard Lafayette, potentially including a statue or a street renaming in Tampa.
HCC tennis center demolition concerns
Tennis players, pickleball players and neighbors flooded public comment asking the council to save or replace the HCC tennis facility, which hosts over 50,000 visits a year — no concrete replacement plan exists yet.
Tappan Park future
Parks and stormwater staff reported on Tappan Park and will return Jan. 7, 2027 with mitigation options involving SWFWMD.
Curtis Hixon Park accessibility and improvements
The park's event lawn and facilities are getting grant-funded renovations, and the board reaffirmed work toward a disability-friendly playground piece — with ADA equipment now planned across parks in all CRA districts.